Unc & Ocho react to Patrick Mahomes leading Chiefs over Ravens, 49ers come back vs. Lions | Nightcap

Summary

Shannon and Chad provided analysis on the two NFC and AFC championship games. The 49ers overcame a 17-point deficit to beat the Lions 34-31 and advance to the Super Bowl, fueled by 27 unanswered points in the second half. In the AFC championship, the Chiefs went on the road and beat the Ravens 17-10 behind Patrick Mahomes, who threw for 241 yards and a TD. Mahomes is now headed to his 4th Super Bowl in 5 seasons as a starter. Travis Kelce had 11 catches for 116 yards and surpassed Jerry Rice for most postseason receptions. The Chiefs and 49ers will meet in a Super Bowl rematch.

Takeaways

• 😀 49ers comeback from 17-point deficit to beat Lions 34-31 and advance to Super Bowl vs Chiefs.
• 😎 Chiefs beat Ravens 17-10 and advance to 4th Super Bowl in 5 seasons under Mahomes.
• 👏 Mahomes goes 30/39 for 241 yards and 1 TD, now 14-3 in playoffs.
• 🏈 Travis Kelce passes Jerry Rice for most playoff catches with 11/116/1 TD, 8th 100-yard game.
• 😤 Tony criticizes Chiefs for lying about his injury after being inactive again.
• 🏆 Swift's support of Chiefs worth $331M in exposure, could swing 2024 election.
• 👀 Sharp and Johnson debate whether Swift or Beyoncé moves needle more.
• 😠 Ravens blame offensive struggles on playcalling, but Jackson deserves criticism too.
• ⚡️ Mahomes' playoff success puts him on trajectory close to Brady's.
• 🤝 49ers-Chiefs rematch of Super Bowl LIV in Miami coming in Super Bowl LVII.

Q & A

What was the final score of the 49ers vs Lions NFC Championship game?

The 49ers beat the Lions 34-31 after overcoming a 17-point halftime deficit. The 49ers scored 27 unanswered points in the second half.

How many Super Bowls have the 49ers and Chiefs won previously?

The 49ers have won 5 Super Bowls but are looking for their first championship since 1994. The Chiefs won Super Bowl LIV in 2020 but have not won any other Super Bowls.

What NFL receiving record did Travis Kelce break in the AFC Championship game?

Travis Kelce passed Jerry Rice for the most career playoff receptions in NFL history. Kelce now has 156 career playoff catches compared to Rice's 151.

How well did Lamar Jackson play in the Ravens' loss?

Lamar Jackson did not play well. He was 20 of 37 for 272 yards with 1 TD and 1 INT. He also lost a fumble. Jackson deserves some of the blame for the Ravens' offensive struggles.

What has Patrick Mahomes accomplished in his first 6 seasons as a starter?

In just 6 seasons as a starter, Mahomes has been to 4 Super Bowls and won 1 so far. If the Chiefs win this year, Mahomes will have 3 Super Bowl wins in his first 6 years starting which is an incredible accomplishment.

Why do the NFL and networks focus attention on celebrities like Taylor Swift at games?

The NFL claims that celebrities like Taylor Swift attract a different demographic and new set of viewers to their sport, especially younger female fans. More viewers means more revenue. So it's a strategic business decision for them.

How did the Chiefs defense fare against the high-powered Ravens offense?

The Chiefs defense pitched a shutout in the second half, allowing just 60 total yards. Their defensive scheme and pressure on Lamar Jackson worked very well to limit the Ravens.

What has been the key to the Chiefs' offensive success in big games?

Patrick Mahomes. His improvisational ability, accuracy under pressure, and playmaking greatly increase the Chiefs' chances of winning critical games.

Why were the Ravens unable to establish their normally effective running game?

The Chiefs defense focused on taking away the run which then put more pressure on Lamar Jackson to pass. Also, the Ravens offense lacked rhythm and rarely stayed on the field long enough to get the running game going.

Who deserves more blame for the loss - Lamar Jackson or the Ravens coaching staff?

Lamar Jackson deserves more blame. He did not play well and made some poor decisions. However, the coaching staff shares some blame for not making enough adjustments to the Chiefs' defensive scheme.